Meet Dr. Fitzgibbons
Dr. Fitzgibbons was born to be a doctor. His father and grandfather-in-law were well known doctors in Nebraska. Five of his brothers and his one sister are also doctors. After graduating from medical school, he migrated to Los Angeles for surgical training at USC, attaining the coveted position of Resident Supervisor in surgery. A year of vascular surgery fellowship followed and then he began practice at the Hospital of the Good Samaritan, a closely affiliated USC hospital. In 2006 his fellow physicians honored him when he was named physician of the year, his proudest award.
The early results of endovenous procedures were published just after 2000 and after some skepticism he realized that this minimally invasive approach would replace surgical treatment of venous disease. For the last 18 years he has concentrated on out-patient venous disease, performing over 4000 ablations, and the results have been so gratifying and the patients so satisfied that he is glad he made this effort to bring modern venous disease management to downtown Los Angeles.
Dr. Fitzgibbons has acquired his Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation (RPVI). This is the highest credential attainable for physicians who use ultrasound to diagnose vascular disease. American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
Why Choose The Fitzgibbons Vein Center?
- Over 30 years of vascular and vein treatment experience
- Warm, caring environment with personal care by the physician
- Board certified in General Surgery and Phlebology
- USC Professor/Affiliated
- Safe and effective Los Angeles vein treatments
- Quick return to normal activity
- 2006 Physician of the Year at Good Samaritan
ACP Member
The American College of Phlebology is the premier association for physicians and allied health professionals working in the field of phlebology.
ABVLM Certified
The American Board of Venous and Lymphatic Medicine (ABVLM) was established in 2007 to improve the standards of medical practitioners and the quality of patient care related to the treatment of venous disorders.
USC Affiliated
Dr. Fitzgibbons is a clinical associate professor in the department of surgery USC medical school.
RPVI Certified
The RPVI certification, developed in response to requests from physicians in the vascular-surgery and vascular-medicine communities, documents the highest standard in vascular ultrasound interpretation. By earning the RPVI certification, physicians gain a critical edge in promoting public safety in vascular interpretation ultrasound.